The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Materials

Zelda games have always had plenty of items to collect, but never before have there been so many new materials to discover across the vast land of Hyrule. In Breath of the Wild, players will need to forage and stockpile materials in order to survive. Some of these materials are consumable and will refill a small amount of hearts. Many of these items can be cooked together over a flame to create more elaborate food dishes that will yield more energy and even special attributes.

Unlike prior games, Rupees aren't found simply by cutting grass and throwing pots. Although a couple of media outlets did come across a Rupee in the wild, for the most part the E3 demo didn't have any of the Hylian currency. Some of the materials you collect will be able to be sold for Rupees, such as minerals like Sapphires and Rubies. Of course, with an elaborate crafting system in place, it might be better to hold onto these valuable minerals to augment your favorite items.

Remember, we've only seen about 2% of the game, so the materials listed below are only a small sample of what the full game will contain. Despite pouring over hours and hours of footage, it's very possible we missed some. If you notice any missing, please let us know what's missing and where the footage is so we can grab a screenshot.

Acorn

1/4 Heart Refill

Often found on the ground near trees. Squirrels adore this nut, so you may have competition while foraging. Add one to a meal for a nutty seasoning.

Amber

A fossilized resin with a caramelesque sheen to it. It’s usually traded for Rupees but can also be used in accessories.

Ancient Gear

A gear used in ancient machinery. Despite being incredibly old, its build quality is leaps and bounds above anything built using current technology.

Ancient Screw

A screw used in ancient machinery. It’s made of an unknown material, and no matter how many times it’s turned, its threads never seem to show sign of wear.

Ancient Shaft

A machine part used in ancient machinery. It’s incredibly sturdy, and it’s not made of any recognizable material. It may come in handy someday.

Ancient Spring

A spring used in ancient machinery. It is light and buoyant enough to float on water, and no matter how many times it’s compressed, it never loses tension.

Apple

1/2 Heart Refill

A common fruit found on trees all around Hyrule. Eat it fresh, or cook it to increase its effect.

Bird Meat

1 Heart Refill

This meat is tougher and chewier than a standard Steak. Tastes better cooked.

Blue Nightshade

A plant that grows in quieter area of Hyrule. At night, it gives off a soft glow. Cook with it to increase your stealth.

Bokoblin Fang

A sharp tooth obtained from a Bokoblin. You can sell it, but it also has other uses.

Bokoblin Horn

A severed horn of a Bokoblin, a creature often encountered in the plains of Hyrule. The horn isn’t edible, but you can cook it with an insect to make something useful.

Bokoblin Liver

A rare material obtained by defeating a Bokoblin. It convulses on its own every now and then, which is really creepy, but perhaps it has a use.

Chuchu Jelly

A gelatinous substance that came from a Chuchu. It’s unusable in this state, but applying a bit of electric current may change its form.

Courser Bee Honey

2 Hearts Refill

Sweet honey chock-full of nutrients! Rather than eating it raw, try cooking with it to unlock its stamina-restoring effects.